10 Toys That Came With Pointless Accessories

Some toys were fun all on their own, but companies could not resist tossing in odd accessories that never quite made sense. Looking back, these pointless extras were part of the charm. They might not have been useful, but they sure made toys feel like a bigger deal than they really were.

1. 1. Action Figures with Random Plastic Weapons

Many action figures came with weapons that looked cool but were way too big for their tiny hands. The accessories usually fell off mid-battle or got lost under the couch within hours. Kids often ignored them and made their own sound effects instead. The action figure alone carried all the fun — no oversized sword required.

2. 2. Dolls with Tiny Plastic Hairbrushes

Every doll seemed to come with a hairbrush that could barely glide through its synthetic hair. The bristles would bend instantly or snag on every strand. Most kids quickly learned that fingers worked better than the accessory ever did. It was cute to look at, but completely useless in practice.

3. 3. Cars with Pointless Stickers

Toy car sets often included sticker sheets meant to make your car look “customized.” The problem was that they peeled off after a single play session. Kids tried their best to stick them straight, but they rarely survived the first crash. In the end, the car looked better without the wrinkled decals anyway.

4. 4. Playsets with Random Plastic Food

Some toy sets included fake hamburgers or pizza slices that had nothing to do with the theme. They often ended up scattered around the floor while the kids focused on the actual playset. These random food pieces were fun to look at but served no real purpose. Still, they made the box look fuller, which probably helped sell a few more sets.

5. 5. Robots with Non-Working Tools

Many robot toys came with mini screwdrivers or wrenches that looked important but did absolutely nothing. They were usually glued to the robot’s hand or too small to grip. The tools added to the “mechanic” theme but were just for show. Every kid realized quickly that imagination did all the work anyway.

6. 6. Stuffed Animals with Plastic Necklaces

Some stuffed animals came dressed in fancy necklaces or pendants that snapped off after one hug. The accessories looked stylish in the store but never lasted long at home. Once they broke, the plush still looked adorable on its own. It proved that no jewelry could make a teddy bear any cuter than it already was.

7. 7. Board Games with Useless Tokens

Some board games added strange bonus tokens that had no purpose in the actual rules. They often confused players who tried to figure out what they were for. Most of the time, they stayed untouched in the box for years. It felt like someone in the design team just threw them in for fun.

8. 8. Water Toys with Extra Funnels

Bath toys often came with tiny funnels or cups that added nothing to the fun. They ended up floating away or disappearing down the drain after a few uses. Kids preferred splashing water and playing with the main toy anyway. The funnels looked clever in ads but were just clutter in real life.

9. 9. Action Sets with Pointless Stick-On Armor

Some action figures came with armor pieces that refused to stay attached. They popped off during every move, leaving kids frustrated mid-play. The extra gear might have looked cool, but it rarely survived the first round of pretend combat. In the end, the figure was more fun without all the flimsy add-ons.

10. 10. Kitchen Sets with Tiny Forks and Spoons

Kids’ kitchen playsets always came with utensils so tiny they disappeared almost immediately. The forks and spoons were too small for pretend cooking, yet they came in every box. Children usually focused on the pots and pans instead. The mini utensils may have been pointless, but they made the set look complete.

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